Tracing Your Roots Through Italy: How Your Last Name Could Inspire Your Next Trip I grew up just outside New York City in a Connecticut suburb. My dad‘s side of the family is 100% Italian, so every Sunday after church we made the short… Johnny Jet , June 1, 2026
Skip Long Airport Security Lines: TSA Touchless ID Is Expanding Nationwide As the busy summer travel season gets underway, airports across the United States are preparing for heavier passenger volumes and potentially longer security lines at TSA checkpoints. For travelers looking… Johnny Jet , May 29, 2026
Plan the Ultimate America 250 Road Trip: A Coast-to-Coast Journey Through U.S. History This article was produced in partnership with the U.S. Travel Association (USTA). In 2026, the United States turns 250, and the celebrations are expected to stretch from New England harbor… Johnny Jet , May 29, 2026
7 Charming Small-Town America 250 Celebrations Worth Traveling For This article was produced in partnership with the U.S. Travel Association (USTA). America’s 250th birthday will inspire fireworks displays and headline concerts from coast to coast, but some of the… Johnny Jet , May 28, 2026
May 25, 2026 Weekly Newsletter It’s been a dreary weekend here in L.A. (at least by the beach), which feels fitting since it’s a day to reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Speaking… Johnny Jet , May 25, 2026
See How Pickpockets Operate in Europe (5 Real Videos) One of the biggest mistakes travelers make in Europe is assuming pickpockets are easy to spot. In reality, they often look like ordinary tourists, students or even well-dressed couples. And… Johnny Jet , May 25, 2026
What’s the Most Memorable Lodging You’ve Ever Stayed In? I recently asked my followers on Facebook: What’s the most memorable lodging you’ve ever stayed in? The responses came flooding in, with more than 50 comments spanning everything from jungle… Johnny Jet , May 23, 2026
12 Tips and Hacks for Memorial Day Weekend Travel Can you believe the unofficial kickoff to summer is tomorrow? Crazy! AAA just released their 2025 Memorial Day projection and airports, as well as roads, are expected to be busy,… Johnny Jet , May 22, 2026
Spirit Airlines Shutdown Leaves Airports and Cities Scrambling The sudden shutdown of Spirit Airlines is sending shockwaves through the aviation industry, leaving airports, local economies and travelers scrambling to adjust to a rapidly changing air travel landscape. I… Johnny Jet , May 8, 2026
Tourist Caught On Camera Throwing Rock At Endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal In Maui There’s a disturbing incident caught on camera in Maui going viral. I have to warn you: watching this will most likely make your blood boil. Outrage is growing across Maui,… Johnny Jet , May 7, 2026
The Ultimate Guide to America 250 Events Worth Traveling For This article was produced in partnership with U.S. Travel Association (USTA). In 2026, the United States marks its 250th anniversary, a milestone that’s sparking one of the most ambitious nationwide… Johnny Jet , May 7, 2026
Travelers Warn of Possible Taxi Payment Scam at SFO Airport If you’ve flown into San Francisco International Airport (SFO) lately, you’ve probably noticed something interesting at the taxi stand. It’s almost too easy. You walk out of baggage claim, follow… Johnny Jet , May 6, 2026
Spirit Pilot Misses Retirement Flight by One Day—Southwest Steps in with a Perfect Sendoff There’s a video posted by Southwest Airlines (embedded below) that’s about to go viral thanks to the extraordinary effort employees made to turn something terrible into something truly memorable. … Johnny Jet , May 2, 2026
Airlines Step Up to Help Stranded Spirit Airlines Passengers and Employees Yesterday, I wrote a post based on the Wall Street Journal and New York Times reporting that Spirit Airlines was preparing to cease operations if the U.S. government didn’t bail… Johnny Jet , May 2, 2026
Spirit Airlines Is Preparing to Cease Operations: What to Expect and What to Do if You Have a Ticket A huge blow to travelers, but not a big surprise if the U.S. government doesn’t step in to bail them out, is that the ailing budget airline Spirit Airlines may… Johnny Jet , May 1, 2026